1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |